Pirates of the Caribbean reveals its new Jack Sparrow for "wonderfully entertaining" adaptation

Secret Cinema has revealed the cast for the world premiere of Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: The Immersive Adventure. The production will officially open on 10 March 2027, at Secret Cinema’s new purpose-built flagship venue at Greenwich Pennisula in London.

Taking on the role of the iconic Captain Jack Sparrow will be Olivier award winner George Maguire. Maguire was one of the three original Billy Elliots in Billy Elliot the Musical.

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EastEnders legend Phil Daniels will play Captain Barbossa, with Lily Blunsom as Elizabeth Swann, Harrison Wilde as Will Turner and Gleanne Purcell-Brown as Anamaria.

Directing will be Olivier award winner Matt Costain with two-time Emmy award winner Jason Sherwood as Production Designer.

In a statement, Secret Cinema said the production "places live theatrical storytelling at its heart," adding: "With spectacular set pieces and specially curated clips from Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl woven into the experience rather than a full film screening.

"Over two swashbuckling hours, audiences will be swept up into a world of pirates, rogues and unlikely heroes, with Captain Jack Sparrow at the centre of the mayhem - and one thrilling difference; you’re not just watching the adventure unfold, you’re part of it."

Merritt Baer, the Artistic Director and Producer of Secret Cinema said the production was "exactly the kind of show we’ve been building towards."

Baer added: "Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean is everything we love about immersive entertainment. It’s bold, mischievous, wildly entertaining and filled with characters and a world you can’t help but want to explore.

"And with this production, we’re inviting audiences to do exactly that. Expect adventure, surprises, spectacular performances, a little chaos and plenty of opportunities to get swept up in the fun," he continued.

"We’ve taken everything Secret Cinema does best and pushed it further than ever before, creating a new kind of theatrical experience where the story doesn’t just happen in front of you - it happens all around you."

Angelo Desimini, Senior Vice President, Licensed Partnerships & Brand Management at Disney Theatrical Group added: "Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean has always been about transporting audiences into a world of extraordinary characters, unforgettable adventures and, above all, tremendous fun.

"What excites us about this production is the opportunity to bring that spirit to life through exceptional theatrical talent and immersive storytelling.

"Secret Cinema has assembled a remarkable team to create an experience that is both artistically ambitious and wonderfully entertaining. It’s a chance for audiences to experience the world of Tortuga in an entirely new way."

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Immersive Adventure begins previews on February 16, 2027 with its official opening on March 10. Tickets are available from https://www.todaytix.com/london/shows/46469-secret-cinema-presents-disneys-pirates-of-the-caribbean-the-immersive-adventure

Performance times are as follows:

• Tuesday – Friday at 7.30pm
• Selected Thursdays at 2:30pm
• Saturday 2.30pm & 7.30pm
• Sunday 1pm
• Selected Sundays at 6pm

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